Hundreds of benefactors to bicycle farther, higher for CU-Boulder scholarships Sept. 8

Aug. 27, 2013

If the distance and difficulty of Colorado’s many organized bicycling events is any indication, a flat, 100-mile bicycle ride is not, for many riders, quite tough enough. That’s one reason the 11th annual Buffalo Bicycle Classic’s longest route will go farther and climb higher than any of the event’s courses so far. The “Buff Epic” will span 110 miles and ascend a total of 6,250 feet. It retraces much of the most mountainous section of Stage 6 of the 2012 USA Pro Cycling Challenge.

Your student government: Rocky Mountain Showdown

Aug. 27, 2013

By the University of Colorado Student Government Every Buff knows that the Rocky Mountain Showdown between CU and CSU holds a prideful grip upon our black and gold hearts. The rivalry between Colorado and Colorado State is intense, and has been known to bring out sub-optimal characteristics in fans from both sides of the line over the years.

CU study relies on twins and their parents to understand height-IQ connection

Aug. 27, 2013

The fact that taller people also tend to be slightly smarter is due in roughly equal parts to two phenomena—the same genes affect both traits and taller people are more likely than average to mate with smarter people and vice versa—according to a study led by the . The study did not find that environmental factors contributed to the connection between being taller and being smarter, both traits that people tend to find attractive.

Jin appointed to Secretary of Energy Advisory Board (SEAB)

Aug. 26, 2013

The U.S. Department of Energy today announced the members of the Secretary of Energy Advisory Board (SEAB). The nineteen member board comprised of scientists, business executives, academics and former government officials will serve as an independent advisory committee to Energy Secretary Moniz. Deborah Jin, a physicist at the National Institute of Standards and Technology and Professor Adjoint for Physics at the has been named to the committee. Jin also is a fellow of JILA , a joint institute of CU-Boulder and NIST.

Deborah Jin appointed to Secretary of Energy Advisory Board

Aug. 26, 2013

DOE news release Washington, D.C. – The U.S. Department of Energy today announced the members of the Secretary of Energy Advisory Board (SEAB). The nineteen member board comprised of scientists, business executives, academics and former government officials will serve as an independent advisory committee to Energy Secretary Moniz.

Several hundred first-year students take part in 'Day of Service'

Aug. 26, 2013

Several hundred incoming CU-Boulder students tried their hand helping others during “Day of Service” on Saturday, Aug. 24. The day was an opportunity for first-year students to get out into their new community and experience the needs and culture beyond the borders of the CU campus, according to Jen Ross, director of the Volunteer Resource Center at CU-Boulder, which spearheads the service event.

CU Police release composite sketch in aggravated assault at Broadway underpass

Aug. 23, 2013

The Police Department is asking the public for help in identifying suspects involved in the Broadway underpass assault on August 23, 2013. A composite sketch of one of the suspects, identified as Suspect #2 below, is shown here . Multiple witnesses confirmed that Suspect #2 left the scene with a bloody nose. An additional witness, who reportedly had contact with the suspects shortly after the assault, has told police the two suspects indicated that they are freshmen at CU. Anyone who has information about this crime, or who believes they may know the identity of those involved, should contact CU Police at 303-492-6666.

Chancellor's Corner: Summoning the Class of 2017 to great adventure

Aug. 23, 2013

Today, the welcomed more than 5,700 new students to our campus. During this morning's Convocation, I invited them to continue our proud institution's legacy of scholarship and citizenship. I share my invitation with you, and welcome you to our new academic year. Read the full text >>

CU Police investigate aggravated assault at Broadway underpass

Aug. 22, 2013

The Police Department is investigating an aggravated assault which occurred at the Broadway / Euclid pedestrian underpass on the west side of the CU campus. At about 1:19 a.m. on August 23, 2013, CU Police responded to a report of an assault on the campus side of the pedestrian underpass.

New degree to create STEM teachers through engineering

Aug. 22, 2013

CU-Boulder is launching a new General Engineering Plus undergraduate degree with the CU Teach Engineering concentration this fall for current first-year and sophomore students interested in earning secondary school (grades 7-12) science or math teaching licensure.

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